It's been a scorcher this summer, with temperatures reaching record highs. So it's no wonder the masses are heading toward the water in search of a summer heat reprieve. Related: Great Spaces: Beachfront Living at Its Best Forget beach houses, however. Lake towns are trending and realtor.com® just announced the best affordable lake towns of 2019. Here's how they...
By Meghan Belnap If you're selling your home, you're likely trying to make as much of a profit as possible. Unfortunately, most markets are crowded and it can be difficult to stand out. If you want to get a good price, you should consider following these steps: Work With an Appraiser Your first step should be to work with an appraiser. A good appraiser will help...
By Meghan Belnap Becoming a real estate agent can be a great way to make a living and take charge of your own schedule. But if you're just getting started, you need to be aware of the fact that there's already a lot of entrenched competition. Related: 5 Ways You Can Use Your Smartphone to Gain an Edge and Become a Better Agent If you want to make sure that you attract...
Every team finds success in different ways. The size of any given real estate team directly correlates to how much inventory they're moving. At a certain point, teams find that hiring a support staff is necessary and that being able to delegate certain tasks is integral to their success. Related: Real Estate Teams: Which Tech Tools Are You Using? Any successful...
By Tracy Staedter If you're one of the approximately two million people in the United States that holds an active real estate license, you're probably up against some stiff competition. To stay on top of your game, utilize your smartphone and data plan to effectively reach prospective buyers, promote your listings and manage your sales. Related: Ways Real Estate...
By Anita Ginsburg Regular maintenance is an ongoing process for every homeowner. Keeping up with smaller projects is essential if you want to avoid major problems down the road. Related: Becoming a Home Maintenance Pro: Tips for New Homeowners With a little bit of preventative maintenance, you can ensure that your home remains beautiful and efficient for years to...
For every real estate team out there there's a different view of how technology should be utilized. However, according to RISMedia, which recently surveyed agent teams across the country, the majority of respondents use lead-gen/referral services (29.6 percent) to generate leads; task/time management tools (31.1 percent) for office management; and aerial photography...
By Meghan Belnap Very few events in your life are going to be as exciting as purchasing a home, but first-time buyers need to remember that this process can be very complicated. Well before you make an offer on a home, you will need to carry out a few important tasks: Narrow Down the Location Finding a great neighborhood can be quite challenging, and you don't...
By Kathryn Foster Your home is your sanctuary; however, if outside noises prevent you from getting the rest and relaxation you need, your health and productivity could suffer. Soundproofing your home doesn't need to be a huge, expensive hassle. There are some easy ways to dampen the sound of your neighbor's dog barking or reduce the sound of trucks roaring down...
Editor's Note: This post was originally published on July 1, 2019. Housecall continues to share this piece due to ongoing requests and reader interest. Selling can be overwhelming. You're packing everything up, trying to make the house look pristine when all around you is what feels like chaos. Since buyers want that great first impression, you know it's important...
